Don’t let Fido get pinched for not wearing green! Dress him up before celebrating at Freedom First St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Shamrock Festival. The Corned Beef & Co. Celtic Celebration will kick off the day, followed by Martin's Downtown St. Pat's Street Party. Humans can enjoy Irish-themed food and drink specials and nearly a dozen bands on two stages, and four-legged festival-goers can meet new friends and receive pets instead of pinches. Freedom First St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Shamrock Festival will be held March 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown Roanoke, and the parade begins at 11. Admission is free.

After the festivities, keep the “pawty” going with a stay at the nearby, pet-friendly Home2 Suites by Hilton Roanoke.

Pickle enthusiasts and their pups are invited to attend the In a Pickle Festival outside of San Antonio. The festival kicks off with the St. Patty's Pickle 5K and Kid Run, followed by a market of over 140 vendors with pickle-themed items. Humans will be treated to pickle-flavored snacks like popcorn, ice cream, lemonade and cotton candy, and children and adults can participate in the pickle-eating and juice-drinking contests. Meanwhile, Fido can compete for his own prizes in the Pickled Pet Parade, where furry patrons dress in pickle-themed attire. Dogs are welcome to be spectators at most events throughout the festival, including bull riding, pickleball and listening to live local bands. The festival takes place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on March 15 at the Comal County Fairgrounds. Admission is $10 per person.

Take all your pickle purchases back to your pet-friendly room at Hacienda del Rio.

You won’t believe your eyes and Fido won’t believe his nose at the Wooden Shoe Tulip Fest. See the beauty and smell the fragrances as you stroll with your dog through 40 acres of flowers and vineyards against a backdrop of beautiful mountain views. Stop in the tasting room to sample wine from estate-grown grapes, and bring a picnic lunch or purchase food on site. On weekends, you’ll find demonstrations, a craft marketplace and additional kids’ activities like jump tents, carnival rides and tethered hot air balloons. Don’t let Fido miss his opportunity for a picture with Tulip the Cow, who will be wandering throughout the festival. The Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival will take place daily from late March through early May at Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm in Woodburn, OR. Admission starts at $15 per person.

Plan to visit for a couple of days and book your stay at La Quinta Inn & Suites Woodburn.

Get ready for a weekend of arts, culture and entertainment with Fido at Coral Springs Festival of the Arts. This two-day event will highlight the works of more than 175 artisans and crafters. Explore the shops and restaurants of The Walk while you enjoy music and performing arts. Your pup might even get to do some arts and crafts of his own! Coral Springs Festival of the Arts will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on March 15 and 16 at The Walk of Coral Springs. Donations are accepted for admission.

Check in with your furry art critic at the La Quinta by Wyndham Coral Springs and let him get his paws dirty at Barkland, a dog park just minutes away.

The organizers of the National Cherry Blossom Festival take pet-friendly up a notch. They’ve teamed with Mars Petcare and the Better Cities for Pets program for Paws & Pedals, providing pet comfort services throughout the event. Hydration stations, shade structures, and pet relief areas with waste bags will be set up, and treats will be available at various locations. Bring the whole family to enjoy the Blossom Kite Festival and Petapalooza, and take your pup for a walk around the Tidal Basin Loop Trail to see the dazzling pink blossoms. The National Cherry Blossom Festival will be held from March 20 through April 13 throughout Washington, D.C. The event is free to attend, however some activities might charge admission.

With so much to do and see, you’ll want to stay a few days. Book a room at the nearby Kimpton George Hotel, where your pooch will be pampered with treats, a dog bed and bowls.

Doggie Street Festival Scottsdale brings animal lovers from all over the southwest to “The West’s Most Western Town” for a weekend of pet-centric events. Bring your furry family along for a day filled with music, delicious food, veterinary tips, pet-related products and services, a kids' art area, special guests, speakers, auction prizes, contests and a VIP lounge. As the West's largest adoption-focused event for dogs and cats, the festival aims to promote public awareness about pet adoption, fostering, responsible pet ownership, and the importance of spaying and neutering. The festivities happen from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on March 29 at Chaparral Plaza and admission is free.

Continue pampering your pup after the festival at The Scott Resort & Spa.

Party animals are invited to a combined dog adoption event and music festival at Woofstock - A Lowcountry Dog Music Festival, the largest event of its kind! Over 20 local rescues will be in attendance with adoptable dogs looking for their forever homes. Bring your own blanket, lawn chairs and of course, your furry family and jam out to live bands, shop local vendors and grab delicious bites from onsite food trucks. Patrons 21 and up can visit Nutty’s Lowcountry Dog Bar for libations. The event is free to attend. Lowcountry Dogapalooza will take place from noon to 7 p.m. on April 12 at Hanahan Amphitheater.

After a long day of festivities, kick back at Hyatt Place North Charleston.

Celebrate Fido’s love for the outdoors at Tuck Fest. This three-day event will feature competitions like trail running, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, obstacle races and much more. If you’d rather observe than compete, you and your pup can listen to live music, cheer on participants, and enjoy the food, beverages and activities at the U.S National Whitewater Center, which is home to more than 400 acres of woodlands along the Catawba River. Fido can join you on a hike, kayak or stand-up paddleboard between races or make new friends at the onsite dog park, Whitewater Off Leash. Tuck Fest will be held from open to close, April 25 through 27, at the U.S. National Whitewater Center. Admission is free, but there are fees to participate in various activities and competitions.

After all that activity, Fido will need a little pampering. The Aloft Charlotte City Center is happy to oblige with treats, a dog bed and bowls.

While many eyes are on Washington, D.C.'s cherry blossoms, Cupertino, California, puts on a celebration of its own at the Annual Cupertino Cherry Blossom Festival. The community honors its sister city relationship with Toyokawa, Japan, at this family- and pet-friendly event. Bring Fido to the amphitheater for Taiko drum groups, Japanese dancers, martial arts and musical performances. Wander through the lawn area of arts and crafts and check out Japanese cultural exhibits. Enjoy delicious Japanese food and drinks like sushi, gyoza and sake, as well as festival must-haves like cotton candy and lemonade. And don’t miss the opportunity to visit with the dogs from Shiba Inu Fanciers of Northern California. The Annual Cupertino Cherry Blossom Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on April 26 and 27 at Memorial Park. Admission is free.

Book a room at Juniper Hotel Cupertino Curio Collection by Hilton in downtown Cupertino, where canine guests get treats, a bed, bowls and waste bags at check-in.